The Gruesome History of 'Death by a Thousand Cuts'
Explore the brutal history of Lingchi, the execution method known as 'slow slicing' or 'death by a thousand cuts', banned in China in 1905. Discover its use for treason and heinous crimes.
Category : Crime
US Threatens to Withhold Funds Over Minnesota Fraud
US health chief Dr Mehmet Oz warns Minnesota's governor he may cut federal Medicaid funding unless the state acts on a $1bn fraud scheme linked to Somali communities. Read the full story.
Mum dies in Madrid fall with three-year-old twins
A 48-year-old mother has died after falling from a tenth-floor apartment in Madrid with her three-year-old twins. The children are critically injured. Police are investigating.
Ex-cricket star Michael Slater works as labourer post-jail
Former Australian cricket star Michael Slater has been seen working on a Sydney construction site months after his release from prison for domestic violence offences. Discover the full story.
Criminal barristers plot strike over jury trial cuts
Criminal barristers are planning industrial action that could bring courts to a standstill, opposing Justice Secretary David Lammy's proposal to slash jury trials by half. Read the full story.
Two arrested after baby's remains found in beer box grave
A man and woman in Illinois have been arrested after police discovered the remains of a prematurely born baby buried in a beer box. Read the full, disturbing details of the case.
Woman dead in car outside police station for three days
A critical incident investigation is launched after a 48-year-old woman is discovered deceased in a vehicle outside a Lake Illawarra police station, three days after she was last seen. Read the full report.
Manhunt continues for escaped Louisiana inmate
A major manhunt is underway in Louisiana for a murder suspect after three inmates escaped jail by removing concrete blocks. One is dead, one captured. Read the latest.
Man arrested for 'hoax WMD' after bomb scare in Florida
A Florida man's claim of a 'dirty bomb' during a traffic stop sparked a major emergency response. Police found weapons and a soil-testing device, leading to serious charges. Read the full story.
Second stabbing attack on North Carolina commuter train
A 33-year-old man faces attempted murder charges after a stabbing on a Charlotte train, the second such violent attack since August. Read the latest on this disturbing trend.
Police Chief Apologises for Comments on Birmingham Jews
West Midlands Police Chief Constable apologises for suggesting Birmingham's Jewish community supported a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Read the full story and the force's response.
Police Apologise Over Jewish Community Fan Ban Claim
West Midlands Police apologises for implying Jewish community supported banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa match. Read the full story on the political fallout.
Man charged after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning his exhausted girlfriend, Kerstin Gurtner, on Austria's highest mountain. Read the full story.
Met Police loses 1,700 officers since Labour took power
Official figures reveal a 5% drop in Met Police officers since Labour entered government, with frontline numbers falling sharply. Critics accuse the government of failing on law and order. Read the full analysis.
UK mum faces 50 years for £31,500 US wine theft
Natali Ray from Kent is accused of a planned heist of rare Domaine de la Romanée-Conti wine in Virginia. She is being held without bond and could face decades in prison. Read the full story.
Cheerleader's stepbrother named suspect in cruise ship death
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, found dead on a Carnival cruise, is now living with relatives as the FBI investigates her homicide. Read the latest developments.
Prison tutor admits misconduct over inmate relationship
Melissa Murphy, 48, pleaded guilty to misconduct after an inappropriate relationship with a prisoner at HMP Chelmsford. Discover the full details of the case and its implications.
Ex-DEA Agent Charged in £9m Cartel Money Laundering Plot
A former DEA chief faces charges for allegedly agreeing to launder millions for Mexico's deadly Jalisco cartel. Read the shocking details of the betrayal.
Police Chief Apologises Over Maccabi Fan Ban Claims
A senior police officer has apologised after appearing to mislead MPs about Jewish community support for banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match. Read the full investigation.
Urgent search for two men in River Hull after police chase
Police launch major search after two men enter the River Hull while fleeing officers in Hull. Specialist teams deployed. Anyone with information urged to call 101.
Man in Bulletproof Vest Detained at Florida Parade
A man wearing a bulletproof vest and carrying a firearm was detained by police after reportedly following a US congressman at a Christmas parade. Read the full details on the security incident.
Cronulla Riots: 20 Years On, Racism Persists
Two decades after Australia's worst race riots erupted at Cronulla Beach, experts warn racism remains entrenched, fuelled now by social media. Explore the legacy and whether attitudes have truly changed.
$30m Settlement in San Diego Police Shooting of Teen
San Diego agrees to a $30 million settlement with the family of Konoa Wilson, a 16-year-old shot by police. The payout would be one of the largest in US history. Read the full story.
Louisiana Jail Escape: Final Inmate Hunted by Sheriff
Authorities in Louisiana hunt the final escapee after three inmates broke jail by removing concrete blocks. One captured, one dead. Sheriff vows to investigate.
Man on trial after girlfriend freezes on Grossglockner
Thomas Plamberger faces manslaughter charges after allegedly abandoning Kerstin Gurtner on Austria's highest mountain. The trial begins in February. Read the full story.
Helpline for Missing Children Raises £100,000
The Independent's SafeCall campaign has raised £100,000 to fund a confidential helpline for missing children. Over 72,000 children vanish in the UK each year. Support the appeal to help them find a lifeline.
12 dead in South African bar shooting, children among victims
A mass shooting at an unlicensed bar near Pretoria has killed 12, including three children. Police hunt for three suspects as South Africa grapples with endemic gun violence.
Two Florida Teens Charged with Murder of 14-Year-Old
Two Florida teenagers face first-degree murder charges for allegedly luring a 14-year-old girl into woods, shooting her, and setting her remains on fire. Read the shocking details.
UK Mother Hires Ex-Cops to Probe Son's Death in Spain
A grieving mother from Durham hires former Essex Police detectives to investigate her son's death in Spain, after a UK pathologist disputed the official findings. Read the latest.
Salford shooting: Two men arrested after e-bike attack
A woman in her 20s was injured in a targeted shooting on Wally Square. Greater Manchester Police have arrested two men and appeal for witnesses.
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